1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2000 Saturn LW is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn LW (136 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn LW weights approximately 908 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Saturn LW (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Chante | LW |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2198 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
